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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1522/97 by Riccardo NENCINI to the Commission. Derogation from the ceiling on slaughtering (LAU)
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: European Parliament, NENCINI
Subjects: European Commission, Tuscany, craft production, derogation from EU law, exchange of information, fresh meat, less-favoured region, meat processing industry, slaughter of animals, small business













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1522/97 by Riccardo NENCINI to the Commission. Derogation from the ceiling on slaughtering (LAU)  


Official Journal C 045 , 10/02/1998 P. 0046 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1522/97 by Riccardo Nencini (PSE) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Derogation from the ceiling on slaughtering (LAU)Some time ago the Commune of Borgo San Lorenzo (Florence), which is in a geographically less-favoured region, requested a derogation from the ceiling laid down for slaughtering (200 LAU). The relevant Community institutions have not yet replied to the application for a derogation submitted by the Italian authorities.Can the Commission state whether such a derogation can be granted?Answer given by Mr Fischler on behalf of the Commission (6 June 1997)In the framework of the internal market the rules of Directive 64/433/EEC ((OJ 121, 29.07.1964. )) (fresh meat Directive), as amended by Council Directives 91/497/EEC ((OJ L 268, 24.9.1991. )) and 95/23/EC ((OJ L 243, 11.10.1995. )) were extended to the national production of fresh meat. In order to avoid difficulties in the implementation of the regulations concerning small artisanal establishments (up to a production volume of 1000 livestock units per year) certain derogations from structural requirements were introduced.Additionally a derogation was introduced in Directive 64/433/EEC for slaughter establishments which handle not more than 2000 livestock units per year taking specific geographical situations and infrastructure circumstances in Member States into account. The relevant provision says that Member States may, at their request, be authorized to apply the structural requirements for small slaughterhouses (1000 livestock units per year) to these establishments if they are situated in regions suffering from special geographical constraints or affected by supply difficulties.The Italian authorities have transmitted a list of slaughterhouses to the Commission with a request to make a proposal for derogations to the standing veterinary committee. This list contained several points which have to be clarified before further action can be initiated. Therefore the Italian authorities were asked for clarification. Having received the answer the Commission will examine the request and initiate the necessary action.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1525/97 by Cristiana MUSCARDINI to the Commission. Preserving the architectural heritage
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: European Parliament, MUSCARDINI
Subjects: Community budget, EU action, EU financing, EU programme, Piedmont, architectural heritage, cultural heritage, heritage protection, public awareness campaign













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1525/97 by Cristiana MUSCARDINI to the Commission. Preserving the architectural heritage  


Official Journal C 391 , 23/12/1997 P. 0096 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1525/97 by Cristiana Muscardini (NI) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Preserving the architectural heritageThe majestic architecture of the Vercelli synagogue in Piedmont, evidence of former splendour, is gradually deteriorating as a result of neglect and the effects of age owing to the increasing problems of upkeep faced by holocaust survivors who were able and willing to return to their city. A restoration project was launched in 1994 but came to nothing as the Community funding on which it had been depending was refused. Despite the financial austerity measures, the Ministry for Cultural Assets has provided some assistance and this, together with a modest contribution from the regional authorities, will help to overcome the worst of the problem but not to solve it altogether.1. Can the Commission explain why Community funding was refused?2. Can it suggest other possible solutions involving the programmes and projects for safeguarding the Community's artistic and architectural heritage, a topic on which hundreds and hundreds of pages of report and analysis have been written?Answer by Mr Oreja on behalf of the Commission (5 June 1997)1. Given the budgetary constraints, the Commission can support only a few projects having a European dimension and exemplary nature in the context of its annual action to protect the European cultural heritage. In 1995, there were 2 216 applications to protect religious buildings from Member States and associated countries of central and eastern Europe, of which 123 were selected.Despite its merits, the project for the restoration of the Vercelli synagogue could not be placed on the short list.2. Protection of the European cultural heritage comes under the future Raphael programme, put forward by the Commission in March 1995, which is still awaiting a decision by Parliament and the Council.The objectives of the programme are the conservation, restoration and rehabilitation of Europe's movable and non-movable cultural heritage, including raising the awareness of citizens and increasing public access. Pending adoption of this programme, in 1997 the Commission will launch preliminary measures in the area of protection of the architectural heritage, access to museum collections, the organization of events with a European dimension focusing on the cultural heritage and further training and mobility for professionals in the field.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1531/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland- Palatinate from January to December 1995
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: BREYER, European Parliament
Subjects: EAGGF Guarantee Section, EAGGF Guidance Section, EU aid, EU programme, European Regional Development Fund, European Social Fund, Rhineland-Palatinate, energy policy, environmental policy, research programme













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1531/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland- Palatinate from January to December 1995  


Official Journal C 319 , 18/10/1997 P. 0253 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1531/97 by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland-Palatinate from January to December 1995In what amounts and for what measures did the Rhineland-Palatinate receive Community resources in 1995 from:1. the European Social Fund,2. the Fourth Framework Research Programme,3. the European Regional Development Fund,4. the Community environment and energy programmes,5. the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund, Guidance and Guarantee Sections,6. other Community programmes?Joint answer to Written Questions E-1530/97, E-1531/97 and E-1532/97 given by Mr Santer on behalf of the Commission (28 May 1997)The Commission is collecting the information it needs to answer the question. It will communicate its findings as soon as possible.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1651/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Implementation of EC 258/97 Novel Food Regulation
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: BREYER, European Parliament
Subjects: EC Regulation, biotechnology, food inspection, foodstuff, foodstuffs legislation, genetically modified organism, labelling, marketing, national implementing measure













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1651/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Implementation of EC 258/97 Novel Food Regulation  


Official Journal C 319 , 18/10/1997 P. 0254 





WRITTEN QUESTION P-1651/97 by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Implementation of EC 258/97 Novel Food RegulationThe Novel Food Regulation EC 258/97 ((OJ L 43, 14.2.1997, p. 1. )) will come into force on 15 May 1997 and before this date all Member States will need to know how it is to be interpreted. Many issues concerning its implementation have not been resolved and the Commission has not published guidelines dealing with the most difficult questions of scope and labelling.1. Why has the Commission not published guidelines dealing with Articles 1 (applicability), 2 (scope) and 8 (labelling) despite much room for dispute over interpretation?2. Will gene maize and gene soya, already authorized for marketing, now be labelled under the Food Labelling Directive 79/112 ((OJ L 33, 8.2.1979, p. 1. ))and if so what detailed criteria will be applied?3. Will the Commission confirm that under Article 8 of this regulation, the four separate labelling criteria listed under paragraphs (a) to (d) will be applied individually and independently of each other so that the foodstuff will be labelled if the conditions in any one of these subparagraphs are met?4. What provisions are foreseen for prohibiting the use of novel ingredients and products in baby food as recommended by the Scientific Committee on Food?5. Will the molecular structure and the use of DNA-destroying enzymes in novel foods be indicated in product applications and labels?6. Will products or ingredients produced using gene technology or incorporating a GMO continue to be classified as novel if a substantially equivalent item has previously been approved under EC 258/97?7. Will gene food products and crops already approved under Community or national legislation be treated as signifying previous use for human consumption to a significant degree within the Community?Answer given by Mr Bangemann on behalf of the Commission (30 May 1997)The Commission is collecting the information it needs to answer the question. It will communicate its findings as soon as possible.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1532/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland- Palatinate from January to December 1996 (SUPPLEMENTARY ANSWER)
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: BREYER, European Parliament
Subjects: EAGGF Guarantee Section, EAGGF Guidance Section, EU aid, EU programme, European Regional Development Fund, European Social Fund, Rhineland-Palatinate, energy policy, environmental policy, research programme

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WRITTEN QUESTION E-1532/97

by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Commission

(5 May 1997)

Subject: Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland-Palatinate from January to December 1996

In  what  amounts  and  for  what  measures  did  the  Rhineland-Palatinate  receive  Community  resources  in  1996
from:

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

the European Social Fund,

the Fourth Framework Research Programme,

the European Regional Development Fund,

the Community environment and energy programmes,

the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund, Guidance and Guarantee Sections,

6.  other Community programmes?

Supplementary joint answer
to Written Questions E-1530/97, E-1531/97 and E-1532/97
given by Mr Santer on behalf of the Commission

(24 September 1997)

The Commission would refer the Honourable Member to its answer to her Written Question E-1528/97 (1).

(1)  OJ C 60, 25.2.1998, p. 24.

(98/C 76/111)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1533/97

by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Council

(5 May 1997)

Subject: Phosphate ester poisoning due to the use of Tiguvon (Fenthion) manufactured by Bayer Leverkusen

The  flea-repellant  Tiguvon  (Fenthion)  manufactured  by  Bayer  Leverkusen  can  be  administered  in  different
forms. Tiguvon 10 is intended for cats over 2 kg in weight. The use of Tiguvon 20 is recommended for dogs
weighing between 3 and 10 kg, while dogs with a body weight of more than 10 kg should be treated with Tiguvon
20 G. People who have repeatedly treated their pets with Tiguvon (Fenthion) have suffered serious phosphate
ester poisoning. As the Commission was unable to answer my Question E-1470/96 (1) on the same subject, I
would ask the Council to answer the following questions as a matter of urgency:

When were these agents authorized for use on small animals, especially cats? By whom? Had adequate tests been
carried out? Were the tests reviewed and by whom?

(1)  OJ C 345, 15.11.1996, p. 76.

(98/C 76/112)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1535/97

by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Council

(5 May 1997)

Subject: Phosphate ester poisoning due to the use of Tiguvon (Fenthion) manufactured by Bayer Leverkusen

The  flea-repellant  Tiguvon  (Fenthion)  manufactured  by  Bayer  Leverkusen  can  be  administered  in  different
forms. Tiguvon 10 is intended for cats over 2 kg in weight. The use of Tiguvon 20 is recommended for dogs
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1588/97 by Susan WADDINGTON to the Commission. Europol Convention
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: European Parliament, WADDINGTON
Subjects: EU police cooperation, Europol, child protection, crime against individuals, exchange of information, fight against crime, sexual offence, trafficking in human beings













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1588/97 by Susan WADDINGTON to the Commission. Europol Convention  


Official Journal C 391 , 23/12/1997 P. 0105 





WRITTEN QUESTION P-1588/97 by Susan Waddington (PSE) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Europol ConventionWhat action is the Commission taking to encourage the speedy ratification by the Member States of the Europol Convention, in view of its importance to the fight against the sexual exploitation of children?Answer given by Mrs Gradin on behalf of the Commission (22 May 1997)The Commission has, on several occasions, called on Member States to ratify speedily the Europol Convention. This is in line with the need to improve police cooperation and exchange of information at the Union level. These are essential elements for a more efficient fight against organized crime in general and against trafficking in human beings in particular, including trafficking in children.Pending the implementation of the Europol Convention, the Council adopted in December 1996 a common action extending the mandate of the Europol drugs unit (EDU) to the field of trafficking in human beings. EDU has started to work on this issue since December 1996.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1532/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland- Palatinate from January to December 1996
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: BREYER, European Parliament
Subjects: EAGGF Guarantee Section, EAGGF Guidance Section, EU aid, EU programme, European Regional Development Fund, European Social Fund, Rhineland-Palatinate, energy policy, environmental policy, research programme













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1532/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Commission. Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland- Palatinate from January to December 1996  


Official Journal C 319 , 18/10/1997 P. 0253 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1532/97 by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland-Palatinate from January to December 1996In what amounts and for what measures did the Rhineland-Palatinate receive Community resources in 1996 from:1. the European Social Fund,2. the Fourth Framework Research Programme,3. the European Regional Development Fund,4. the Community environment and energy programmes,5. the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund, Guidance and Guarantee Sections,6. other Community programmes?Joint answer to Written Questions E-1530/97, E-1531/97 and E-1532/97 given by Mr Santer on behalf of the Commission (28 May 1997)The Commission is collecting the information it needs to answer the question. It will communicate its findings as soon as possible.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1519/97 by Mary BANOTTI to the Commission. Driving licences and insurance for epileptic people
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: BANOTTI, European Parliament
Subjects: EU Member State, civil liability, disease of the nervous system, driving licence, free movement of persons, motor car, motor vehicle insurance, national law













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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1519/97 by Mary BANOTTI to the Commission. Driving licences and insurance for epileptic people  


Official Journal C 021 , 22/01/1998 P. 0063 





WRITTEN QUESTION E-1519/97 by Mary Banotti (PPE) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Driving licences and insurance for epileptic peopleCan the Commission inform me of the regulations regarding the issuing of driving licences to people with epilepsy throughout the Community?It is clear that different conditions apply, thus making it extremely diffciult for free movement of people with epilepsy who, having been issued a driving licence in one jurisdiction, are refused it in another.Can the Commission also comment on insurance conditions in this context?Answer given by Mr Kinnock on behalf of the Commission (26 June 1997)Provisions regarding the issuing and renewal of driving licences to people with epilepsy are laid down in Annex III point 12 of Council Directive 91/439/EEC ((OJ L 237, 24.8.1991. )) of 29 July 1991. However, point 5 of the annex provides that Member States may set stricter standards for the issuing and renewal of driving licences.Article 1.2 of the Directive provides that driving licences issued by Member States shall be mutually recognised. This means that someone who holds a valid licence issued by a Member State may drive throughout the Community, including on the territory of a Member State applying stricter rules.It is for the insurance company to decide the conditions upon which it provides cover, and at what premium, taking into account all relevant factors, one of which, obviously, could be a driver's history of epilepsy.More specifically, regarding compulsory insurance cover under motor insurance policies, Article 3.1 of Directive 72/166/EEC ((OJ L 103, 2.5.1972. )), as amplified by Article 1 of Directive 84/5/EEC ((OJ L 8, 11.1.1984. )) and Article 1 of Directive 90/232/EEC ((OJ L 129, 19.5.1990. )), provides for the introduction of civil liability insurance against property damage and physical injury to passengers in respect of vehicles normally based in a Member State's territory. This is an obligatory cover throughout each Member State. Central to this objective is the need for all Member States to have a legal requirement for motor insurance.Nevertheless, motor insurance directives do not harmonise the liabilities which are compulsorily insured neither do they abolish all differences between national requirements, except insofar as these impede the free movement of people and vehicles within the Community.
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1535/97 by Hiltrud BREYER to the Council. Phosphate ester poisoning due to the use of Tiguvon (Fenthion) manufactured by Bayer Leverkusen
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: BREYER, European Parliament
Subjects: Council of the European Union, animal health, chemical product, dangerous substance, domestic animal, health risk, impact study, insecticide, veterinary drug

C 76/38

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Official Journal of the European Communities

11. 3. 98

(98/C 76/110)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1532/97

by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Commission

(5 May 1997)

Subject: Information on EC assistance granted to the Rhineland-Palatinate from January to December 1996

In  what  amounts  and  for  what  measures  did  the  Rhineland-Palatinate  receive  Community  resources  in  1996
from:

1. 

2. 

3. 

4. 

5. 

the European Social Fund,

the Fourth Framework Research Programme,

the European Regional Development Fund,

the Community environment and energy programmes,

the European Agricultural Guidance and Guarantee Fund, Guidance and Guarantee Sections,

6.  other Community programmes?

Supplementary joint answer
to Written Questions E-1530/97, E-1531/97 and E-1532/97
given by Mr Santer on behalf of the Commission

(24 September 1997)

The Commission would refer the Honourable Member to its answer to her Written Question E-1528/97 (1).

(1)  OJ C 60, 25.2.1998, p. 24.

(98/C 76/111)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1533/97

by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Council

(5 May 1997)

Subject: Phosphate ester poisoning due to the use of Tiguvon (Fenthion) manufactured by Bayer Leverkusen

The  flea-repellant  Tiguvon  (Fenthion)  manufactured  by  Bayer  Leverkusen  can  be  administered  in  different
forms. Tiguvon 10 is intended for cats over 2 kg in weight. The use of Tiguvon 20 is recommended for dogs
weighing between 3 and 10 kg, while dogs with a body weight of more than 10 kg should be treated with Tiguvon
20 G. People who have repeatedly treated their pets with Tiguvon (Fenthion) have suffered serious phosphate
ester poisoning. As the Commission was unable to answer my Question E-1470/96 (1) on the same subject, I
would ask the Council to answer the following questions as a matter of urgency:

When were these agents authorized for use on small animals, especially cats? By whom? Had adequate tests been
carried out? Were the tests reviewed and by whom?

(1)  OJ C 345, 15.11.1996, p. 76.

(98/C 76/112)

WRITTEN QUESTION E-1535/97

by Hiltrud Breyer (V) to the Council

(5 May 1997)

Subject: Phosphate ester poisoning due to the use of Tiguvon (Fenthion) manufactured by Bayer Leverkusen

The  flea-repellant  Tiguvon  (Fenthion)  manufactured  by  Bayer  Leverkusen  can  be  administered  in  different
forms. Tiguvon 10 is intended for cats over 2 kg in weight. The use of Tiguvon 20 is recommended for dogs
WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1619/97 by Eryl McNALLY to the Commission. Open borders and child pornography
Date: 1997-05-05
Institutions: European Parliament, MCNALLY
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WRITTEN QUESTION No. 1619/97 by Eryl McNALLY to the Commission. Open borders and child pornography  


Official Journal C 391 , 23/12/1997 P. 0111 





WRITTEN QUESTION P-1619/97 by Eryl McNally (PSE) to the Commission (5 May 1997)Subject: Open borders and child pornographyWhat is the Commission's reaction to the case in France, where a man accused of possession of child pornography is citing the single market as his defence?Does the Commission agree that this case highlights the increased dangers that the single market has created for children, and that something must be done to fill the current vacuum?Answer given by Mr Monti on behalf of the Commission (10 June 1997)The Commission appreciates the seriousness of the issues raised by the Honourable Member.The internal market cannot have a negative impact on the protection of minors, given that the Treaty rules on the free movement of goods and services (Articles 30 and 59 et sequitur) allow the Member States to ban the production, distribution and possession of such material in order to protect minors, as long as such prohibitions do not constitute a means of discrimination or a disproportionate restriction on the free movement of goods or services between Member States. In such cases, internal market principles cannot be used to justify possession of such material.